Chapter 798 - 799 Everyone Decides
"Of course. How could I not show up for something involving the Zhantai Family? They’ve made my daughter suffer so much. Even if it’s the last thing I do, I’ll use these old bones to confront them and demand an explanation!" Nangong Wentian declared, looking at the assembled crowd.
His tone was calm, but an invisible aura surged from him, thick with murderous rage.
"It seems we really are going. I suppose these old bones can join you for one last bout of madness," Diwu Baiyu said with a smile.
"Fine. Since all you old geezers are going, are you going to beat me up if I don’t?" the Nameless Elder teased.
Hearing this, Nangong Wentian, Diwu Baiyu, and Elder Lin all nodded with grave expressions and stated righteously, "I believe so."
The Nameless Elder shook his head helplessly. These three old men were simply too much.
"Since the three seniors are going, it wouldn’t be right for a junior like me to stay behind," Liu Mu said with a smile.
The three elders nodded in agreement. Though Liu Mu was of a younger generation, his strength was no less than theirs. More importantly, behind him stood the entire Wumi Building. Even the top families of the Ancient Martial Realm had to be wary of Liu Mu; he was an esteemed guest wherever he went.
"It looks like the Zhantai Family is in for some bad luck," the Nameless Elder said with a grin that seemed slightly malicious.
"Seniors, it’s getting late. Shall we have dinner?" Nangong Wudi asked with a smile.
"Yes, let’s eat! I saw my grandson today, so we should drink to our hearts’ content," Nangong Wentian said, laughing, clearly in high spirits.
Led by the elders, everyone gathered around a single table. The atmosphere was wonderful, filled with laughter as they ate and drank.
Lin Kuang’s bowl was especially full, piled high with food from Nangong Wenxue, Nangong Wudi, and Nangong Wentian. They added so much that it left Lin Kuang at a loss, not knowing whether to laugh or cry. His mother, uncle, and grandfather are treating me like a little kid.
After several rounds of drinks and many courses, everyone had their fill. The dinner table was cleared, and they all sat together to chat. It was already evening, too late to visit the Zhantai Family, so everyone decided to stay the night.
That night, Lin Kuang and his mother had a long, heart-to-heart talk, mostly about his father and their family. It was only then that they remembered to call Lin Guodong.
When Lin Guodong heard his wife’s voice, his excitement was indescribable. The two of them chatted for hours like a pair of young lovers who couldn’t bear to hang up.
Lin Kuang watched from the side, a smile on his face. This is the life I’ve always wanted, with both my parents here. It would be even better if my women were here too, our whole family sitting together. Of course, that’s not possible right now. But I believe that once the matter with the Demon Sect is settled, our family will finally be reunited.
Nangong Wenxue talked with Lin Guodong until the wee hours of the morning. After hanging up, she immediately started chatting with Lin Kuang. She had so much on her mind that it seemed she wanted to pour out years of unspoken words all at once.
They talked all the way until dawn. Even as the sky brightened, they still hadn’t said all they wanted to say, nor did they feel the slightest bit of fatigue. Fortunately, both were Ancient Warriors; otherwise, they likely wouldn’t have been able to handle it.
"Mother, we should go outside. It’s already morning," Lin Kuang said with a smile.
"Ah? So soon? It’s morning already? It feels like no time has passed at all," Nangong Wenxue said with surprise.
Lin Kuang chuckled. "Alright, Mother, we’ll have plenty of chances to talk in the future. Today, you should get ready to reunite with Father. Don’t you want to make yourself look your best?" he teased.
Nangong Wenxue rolled her eyes at him and scolded playfully, "You little rascal, are you saying your mother is ugly?"
"Er, ahem... No, of course not. Mother, you’re the most beautiful woman in the world," Lin Kuang said quickly.
Nangong Wenxue nodded in satisfaction. "Alright, it’s getting late. I should go freshen up. I’ll see you later."
With that, she hurried off. Though she hadn’t said anything, she cared deeply about her appearance. She was about to meet her husband again after so many years, and she naturally wanted to prepare herself. At that moment, the longing she had suppressed for years seemed to erupt, leaving her impatient with anticipation.
Watching his mother’s hurried departure, Lin Kuang couldn’t help but smile before heading to the bathroom to wash up.
After freshening up, Lin Kuang left his room and was led by a member of the Nangong Family to the main reception hall. Nangong Wentian, Nangong Wudi, Elder Lin, the Nameless Elder, Diwu Baiyu, and Gongsun Zhan had all arrived. It seemed they were waiting for him.
"Ahem. My apologies, Seniors. I’m a bit late," Lin Kuang said with a slight bow, feeling somewhat awkward.
"It’s fine, we’re not in a hurry. Besides, the journey to the Zhantai Family is a long one," Nangong Wentian said with a smile.
Hearing this, Lin Kuang asked curiously, "Grandfather, where is the Zhantai Family located?"
"Their home? It’s on an island called Penglai," Nangong Wentian replied with a smile.
"Uh, Penglai Fairy Island?" Lin Kuang asked, surprised.
"Yes, more or less. It is Penglai Fairy Island, an island steeped in legend, much like the Kunlun Mountains. Now, let’s have breakfast. We’ll set off as soon as we’re done," Nangong Wentian said again.
Everyone nodded and sat down to eat.
Breakfast was over quickly. Just as they finished, Nangong Wenxue arrived in the hall. Having clearly taken great care with her appearance, she looked even more beautiful today than the day before.
"Mother, you look absolutely beautiful today," Lin Kuang said with a beaming smile.
Nangong Wenxue shot him a look. "You little rascal, stop spouting nonsense."
"Haha, my grandson isn’t spouting nonsense. My daughter is indeed beautiful! Come, let’s set off. Wenxue, you should depart separately. We’re going to the Zhantai Family," Nangong Wentian announced.
Nangong Wenxue nodded. "Alright, I’ll leave on my own."
"Good. Let’s go," Nangong Wentian said. Then, Nangong Wudi escorted the group to the very edge of the Maze Formation.
Two helicopters, clearly arranged by Liu Mu, were circling overhead. After a signal, they landed. The group ascended the ropes into one helicopter with the effortless grace of seasoned martial artists, while Nangong Wenxue boarded the other.